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When you are looking to buy land it is important to have a checklist to tick off and for you to be able to ask questions of your builder. Manor Homes want to help you out by giving you the rundown on what you need to know.

Availability of services: Some people will be happy to build off the grid but you may prefer to be connected to local services such as electricity, gas, water, sewerage and internet. It is important to be aware of what services are available to your property and if they are not, will it affect your decision to purchase?

Zones and other restrictions: New estates often have design guidelines that you have to adhere to such as type, size and the number of dwellings on a property. Council may also have restrictions on the height, style and finishes allowed on your home.

Easements: Easements, usually mains services, may affect where you can build on the property. This is important to know as you might not want to purchase the land if you cannot build where you would like.

Risk levels: It is also important to know the bushfire and flood risk levels of the property before purchase. Houses in bushfire prone areas will need to be built to certain standards which may cost more. You should also take the risks into consideration when designing your home, whether in a fire or flood prone area.

Orientation: The orientation and placement of a block may be more significant than you realise. Where the sun rises and falls on your property as well as the outlook should be taken into account when you design your home. Make the most of the light, warmth, shade and the views of your property.

Shape and slope: Whilst the shape and slope of a block may be an issue with conventional builds, our steel chassis and modular construction means we do not need to carve into a sloping site to pour a slab.

Accessibility: Unlike traditional builds, we are able to build on even the least accessible sites as the home is built offsite and can be craned in.

If you have any questions in regard to a property in terms of modular build, please contact Manor Homes for an appointment. We look forward to helping you build your dream home on your dream block.